Used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in for Sale nearRockford, IL

How much does the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in cost in today's market?

Used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in's current nationwide average price is $24,347, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,278 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in a good car?

Yes — the all-generations owner rating points to strong owner satisfaction across the lineup. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data. Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs called out by experts are the polarizing design, sluggish performance, and the absence of all-wheel drive. 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in highly, and the expert review data also points to a comfortable, easy-to-live-with character. The 2021 model’s review highlights a practical driving experience with a comfortable ride and straightforward technology.

• Owners rate the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

Long-term ownership risk looks manageable for used buyers who keep up with routine maintenance and choose a well-kept example.

What should I look for when buying a used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot 360
• Infotainment: Sync 3 infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Fuel efficiency: 37 miles on electric power alone, 40 miles per gallon in combined driving, and 105 MPGe

Which Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in trim should I buy?

The 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in offers these trims:

• SE Plug-In Hybrid: This trim brings the core plug-in hybrid setup, Sync 3, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Ford Co-Pilot 360, making it the best-value choice for shoppers who want the essentials.
• SEL Plug-In Hybrid: This trim adds automatic one-up/down power windows all around the cabin and a 10-way power driver’s seat for a more upscale daily-driving experience.
• Titanium: This trim adds the 12.3-inch digital driver display and a B&O premium stereo with ten speakers, along with the most premium overall feel.

What Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in do most buyers choose?

The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Those higher-volume years tend to draw the most attention because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and condition. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop when you want a balance of availability and value.

What is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which creates better opportunities for used buyers. The sharpest drops are in the older recent years, while the newer years are also easing down from where they were a year ago. The 2024, 2025, and 2022 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in safe?

• 2021: 7/10 The Ford Escape PHEV comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot 360.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.69% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −4.49%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 31.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $27,028. The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in offers a comfortable ride and easy-to-use technology that make it a practical everyday choice.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Ford offers quite a few powertrain options in the Escape, and the plug-in hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder with an 88-kW electric motor for 200 horsepower, 37 miles of electric range, 40 miles per gallon in combined driving, and 105 MPGe.
• Tech: Sync 3 blends touchscreen controls with physical knobs and buttons, and the Escape Titanium’s 12.3-inch digital driver display and EV Coach function add useful tech touches.
• Safety: Ford Co-Pilot 360 brings automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in compare to the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in:

• Pros: Great ride quality, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: Potentially polarizing design, Sluggish performance, All-wheel drive not available.

2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid:

• Pros: Stylish design, Fuel-efficient, Standard all-wheel drive.
• Cons: Stereo is lacking.

Our experts score the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in 5.7/10 and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 8.5/10. The Toyota stands out with a stronger overall score, standard all-wheel drive, and a more stylish design. The Ford counters with a lower starting MSRP, better city fuel economy, and a larger battery, while its ride quality and easy-to-use technology are its biggest strengths.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.